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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Thangavel, Internist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Arul Thangavel, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Thangavel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thangavel’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thangavel’s office at (415) 476-1528.
What languages does Dr. Thangavel speak?
Dr. Thangavel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Thangavel treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Thangavel diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Thangavel. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Thangavel perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Arul Thangavel may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Thangavel's office.
Does Dr. Thangavel accept my insurance?
Dr. Thangavel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 476-1528 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thangavel accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Thangavel in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Thangavel's office located?
Dr. Arul Thangavel's Primary Practice
400 Parnassus Ave # 300
San Francisco, CA 94143
(415) 476-1528
What is Dr. Thangavel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Thangavel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518223197.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thangavel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Thangavel
What is Dr. Arul Thangavel's specialty?
Dr. Thangavel is a Internist near San Francisco, CA.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Thangavel to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Arul Thangavel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Thangavel is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Arul Thangavel accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Arul Thangavel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Arul Thangavel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thangavel's office at (415) 476-1528 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Arul Thangavel?
Please contact Dr. Thangavel's office at (415) 476-1528 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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